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Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown

Unleash your inner adventurer, and unwind with nature's serenity. Enjoy scenic views of Grandfather Mountain from this cozy retreat.

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Exterior
Game room
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown

Welcome to Hidden Gem

*Please be aware that this property borders Lees-McRae College. Construction is taking place on a neighboring property owned by the school.

Hidden Gem is a rustic mountain cottage tucked away in a wooded property bordering the Lees-McRae College campus. It is conveniently located just a short walk from Banner Elk. Enjoy beautiful views and proximity to the town center at the same time.

Hidden Gem features an open floor plan with hardwood floors and vaulted ceilings. The great room has a wood-burning stone fireplace, cozy leather furniture, and a large HDTV with a Blu-Ray Player. The kitchen has granite countertops, custom cabinetry, and a custom dining table.

The king master suite has an ensuite bathroom, a large HDTV, and access to a screened-in porch with a dartboard and a napping swing. The other two bedrooms have HDTVs and share a bathroom. On the other end of the cottage is a game room with a slate pool table and a 55-inch HDTV.

The rear deck offers a covered outdoor living area with a wood-burning stone fireplace, comfortable lounging furniture, and a sunken hot tub. The rear deck leads to a landscaped, private backyard encircled by mature trees and with a fire pit. There are views of Grandfather Mountain and Elk River from the backyard.

Hidden Gem is located near downtown Banner Elk, giving access to shopping, dining, festivals, and everything else Banner Elk offers. Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain Ski Resorts are just minutes from this property.

*This home is dog-friendly with additional pet fees required.

MUST BE AT LEAST 25 YEARS OF AGE TO BOOK

Property manager

Carolina Cabin Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

300561

About the neighborhood

Map
Banner Elk, NC

What's nearby

  • Lees-McRae College - 1 min walk
  • Land of Oz - 9 min drive
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 10 min drive
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 14 min drive
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blind Elk Tap Room - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Beech Mountain Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪5506' Skybar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lees-McRae College, Banner House Museum, and Flat Top Brewing Company. Banner Elk Winery and Sugar Creek Gem Mine are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Rustic Mountain Cottage Near Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 115 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cabin close to town
Very nice property and if you want to go into town it is walking distance
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Great location, beautiful view & the hot tub was amazing!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Away
Great cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family wedding getaway
We gathered for a family wedding outside of Banner Elk. This “Hidden Gem” was absolutely perfect for our family of three couples. The amenities including pool table, outside fireplace and hot tub added extra entertainment! The beds were all very comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed! We loved being able to walk to meals in town! I highly recommend this home!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
House was perfect for what we needed. Plenty of bathrooms and beds to not feel cramped. Would definitely stay again. House was perfectly located between sugar and beech mountain. Easy to get to everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly a Hidden Gem
We stay here every year and love it every year. The best part is having a real fire in the fireplace. Simply the best.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin
Enjoyed this cabin. Everything went smooth. Some confusion on the loft area that was listed when I booked but then removed and host wasn’t aware of it. Hot tub didn’t work but host responded quick and had it checked. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Larry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway!
We had a great time at Hidden Gem, the house lived up to our expectations and was in a great location to experience a variety of activities in the area. The place was well maintained and clean. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway!
We had a fabulous time in Banner Elk! Hidden Gem is in a great location, and it took only minutes to get to the town. The house was clean and cozy, and we enjoyed a fire each night! The porch off of the master bedroom was incredible. We enjoyed playing darts and resting in the swing bed. The bars and restaurants were great and everyone was friendly! My friends and I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

gene001 O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Banner Elk College
Nice property but would stay elsewhere next time as college, literally next door, made back porch anything but private. Some construction noise during the day and light pollution at night, compromising star gazing. Beds were very comfy and attic fan was really nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Friendly Rustic Getaway
Our family loved this house! The hot tub and outdoor areas were perfect. There is construction going on at the college that is pretty close to the house but didn’t impact us at all (only getting thru it to get to the house). Management company was easy to deal with and communication was a breeze.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debby G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding guest
The coffee pods provided were a nice treat. Loved the hot tub! Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Property was as listed and very clean upon arrival. Outdoor fireplace on the deck is a great addition & a very relaxing area to spend time with friends/family. Hot tub wasn’t working at the time, but the host responded to resolve issue very promptly. If we go back to the area, we would definitely stay here again. Thanks for a great getaway location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zack G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Location!
We picked this property based on its amazing proximity to downtown Banner Elk, but also its privacy. The hot tub was fantastic, indoor and outdoor fireplaces perfect and the kids loved the kids room. We are already talking about going back!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Vacation
We had a wonderful time. It was a quiet and peaceful place to relax and an easy walk to downtown. Our favorite amenities were the deck and the pool table. We also liked that there were board games and puzzles to enjoy. There was plenty of room for five adults and the kitchen had everything we needed for cooking. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Missy B., Central Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So nice to walk to town
Loved the second fireplace under cover on the back porch. Grandkids loved the sleeping loft. One downside: a dresser in only one bedroom. When requested, Carolina Cabin Rental quickly brought hangars to help store clothing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy mountain cabin
We enjoyed staying at the Hidden Gem. It was clean and stocked but could have used a little more attention to dusting. The indoor/ outdoor fireplace was great and we enjoyed several cozy fires. ( firewood well stocked)There are plenty of games to play.The location was very convenient to town but a bit disappointed in seeing and hearing the major construction going on next door which we weren’t expecting. Overall a really good experience and would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C., Wilmington, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic getaway
We felt like we we staying in a ski chalet dating back to th 30's. High beamed great room with massive stone fire place. Rustic old comfortable furniture. Bathrooms had all modern amenities and the one bed we used was very comfortable. TV's in all rooms, some with premium channels. Modern kitchen with ample utensils. Great outdoor deck with amazing hot tub and hugh fireplace looking to the mountains. Complete privacy even thou downtown Banner Elk was a three block downhill walk. Good value.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Awesome location
Overall property was very nice and the location was amazing. We walked down to downtown Banner Elk frequently. The rental itself was ok…we are major clean freaks and actually had to reach out to the management company to have a vacuum delivered since one was not at the rental. Outdoor fireplace was great. We did not use the hot tub as it was not super clean looking and the ants are pretty bad on the hot tub and deck. The pool table was great. The management company was very fast to respond. Overall our experience was a good one although we would probably choose a different rental in the area if we return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Alison L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, location
Oncology nurse getaway
If you are going bring your own toilet paper! No extra anywhere in the house! We were going to have one or two adults sleep in the loft… no way! Steps up very narrow and space only meant for 2 children. Whole house needs a good scrubbing! Bathroom mats in front of sink were disgusting. And we got a call that day on our drive up that the hot tub had a small leak but it would be ok and still be usable. No way! Maybe to a small child and not 6 oncology infusion nurses who work very hard giving chemotherapy and wanted to relax in a hot tub…..Of course we made the most of a not so great cabin and spent time away from the so called Hidden Gem…and there is plenty of firewood on the front porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Warning , do not rent.
The pictures do not represent the current state of the cabin. It is run down now. The furniture is shot including the beds. It is moldy and dusty. The flower beds are waste high with weeds. Cob weds through out the cabin. Roof leaks on the back porch. Serious Respiratory issues during the stay. Curtains and bed spreads need to be burned. The loft ceiling height is about 4’ high, Not possible for adults. The pool room is too small to actually play pool. We had to call house keeping to reclean the cabin two times. We ended up cleaning it ourselves just to make it livable. We had to wash the bed spreads ourselves.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Miranda Y.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Evening Solitude
The house is spacious for a group of 6 adults to relax in the evening. It is clean, comfortably furnished and has a well-equipped kitchen and plenty of hot water. The only neighbors are Lees-McRae College and a house across the road. The back deck has a view of the mountains. On July evenings, we could watch fireflies and listen to the chimes of the college bell tower -- very relaxing after a busy day. We will return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly a hidden gem.
We love this property. Our favorite place to come every year. Amazing location and everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A., Reidsville, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!!!
Absolutely loved the house and location! It was perfect! Comfortable, clean, private, beautiful porches. The kitchen well stocked. The beds were comfortable. It was an amazing trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022